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UNI survey seeks input on work-life balance during COVID-19

Nyon, Switzerland – June 6, 2020 – In light of the major disruptions that the coronavirus has caused for working people around the world, UNI Global Union has launched a new survey seeking feedback on how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected work-life balance for all members of society, and women and families in particular.

By the Numbers: Consumer perceptions and grocery trends in Canada as economy begins to reopen

Vancouver – June 3, 2020 – A newly published survey from the Angus Reid Institute looking at attitudes and behaviours during the COVID-19 pandemic reveals that Canadians are ready for parts of the economy to reopen, with more people visiting the grocery store and a super majority saying that things are getting better when it comes to the coronavirus.

Savour these UFCW-made cheeses on National Cheese Day – June 4

Toronto – June 2, 2020 – Did you know that June 4 is National Cheese Day? Across Canada, cheese is a popular and beloved food for many, with the average Canadian consuming 13.8 kilograms – or more than 30 pounds – of cheese each year.

Support for food processing workers grows with solidarity from NUPGE

Nepean, Ont. – June 1, 2020 – Solidarity with UFCW members working at meat-packing plants across Canada continues to grow as the National Union of Public and General Employees (NUPGE) has thrown its support behind our union’s campaign to “Help Protect Food Processing Workers” during COVID-19.

UFCW observes Injured Workers Day – June 1, 2020

Toronto – May 30, 2020 – Every year on June 1, UFCW Canada joins with advocates from across Ontario in support of Injured Workers Day by celebrating the health and safety gains won through united action, raising current concerns for today’s workers, and reminding governments that injured workers cannot be ignored.